1931 Martin OM-18 - shade top conversion
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This is a remarkable 1931 C. F. Martin & Company c-1 archtop that has been expertly converted to Style 18 specifications by luthier Joel Whitehead. The result is a unique vintage instrument with exceptional tone and playability.
Specifications & Features
- Top: New AAA Adirondack spruce top with 1/4" scalloped bracing
- Finish: Lightly aged lacquer finish to entire guitar
- Scale Length: 25 3/4''
- Nut Width: 1.764"
- String Spacing (E–E at bridge): 2.277"
- Bridge: Brazilian rosewood belly bridge with bone saddle
- Bridge Pins: Ebony
- Tuners: Older Grover tuners (non-original)
- Frets: original bar, Frets that have recently been leveled, crowned, and dressed.
- Nut & Saddle: New bone
Woods
- Back & Sides: Honduran mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Original Brazilian rosewood
Original Components
- Neck, sides, and back
- Brazilian rosewood fingerboard
- Neck block and tail block
- Back bracing and center strip
- Original Martin peghead
- Back cellulose binding with end graft
- Aftermarket case
Condition
This is a well-loved vintage instrument with visible wear throughout, including scratches, dings, and surface blemishes consistent with its age. The top has been carefully aged to visually match the rest of the guitar.
Playability & Tone
The guitar plays beautifully and delivers a rich, resonant tone with excellent responsiveness—an inspiring instrument for both players and collectors.
This item is sold As-Described
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| Listed | 4 days ago |
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| Condition | Good (Used) Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more |
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